Immediate Crisis Support - Available 24/7
If you're having thoughts of suicide or are in immediate danger:
Call 988, text 988, or go to your nearest emergency room. You can also call 911.
Primary
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
National suicide prevention and crisis intervention hotline
24/7/365
Text: Text 988
Chat: Chat at 988lifeline.org
English, Spanish, and 200+ languages via interpreter
Services:
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- Crisis intervention
- Suicide prevention
- Emotional support
- Text and chat support
Primary
Crisis Text Line
Free, confidential crisis support via text message
24/7/365
Text: Text HOME to 741741
English and Spanish
Services:
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- Crisis counseling via text
- Emotional support
- Safety planning
Local
Personal Enrichment Through Mental Health Services (PEMHS)
Local crisis intervention and mental health services for Pasco County
24/7 Crisis Hotline
English and Spanish
Services:
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- Crisis stabilization
- Emergency mental health care
- Inpatient services
- Outpatient therapy
Regional
Crisis Center of Tampa Bay
Regional crisis center serving Tampa Bay area including Pasco County
24/7/365
English and Spanish
Services:
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- Crisis intervention
- Suicide prevention
- Information and referral
- 2-1-1 services
Specialized Crisis Resources
Veterans Crisis Line
Crisis support specifically for veterans and their families
24/7/365
Text 838255
Press 1 after calling, or visit any VA medical center
LGBTQ+ National Hotline
Support for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families
Mon-Fri: 4-12 AM ET, Sat: 12-5 PM ET
National Child Abuse Hotline
Crisis counseling and referrals for child abuse situations
24/7/365
Text CHILDHELP to 20121
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Support for domestic violence survivors
24/7/365
Text START to 88788
Florida Abuse Hotline
Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation in Florida
24/7/365
Local Mental Health Services in Pasco County
Personal Enrichment Through Mental Health Services (PEMHS)
Multiple locations in Pasco County
Services:
- Outpatient therapy
- Medication management
- Case management
- Crisis stabilization
- Residential treatment
Locations:
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Dade City
New Port Richey
Zephyrhills
BayCare Behavioral Health
Multiple locations in Tampa Bay area
Services:
- Inpatient mental health
- Outpatient therapy
- Crisis stabilization
- Addiction treatment
Locations:
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New Port Richey
Hudson
Wesley Chapel
Pasco County Health Department
30020 SR 54 West, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Services:
- Mental health counseling
- Substance abuse treatment
- Support groups
Locations:
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Wesley Chapel
Dade City
New Port Richey
Warning Signs of Mental Health Crisis
Watch for these signs in yourself or others:
Talking about wanting to die or hurt oneself
Looking for ways to kill oneself
Feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
Talking about being a burden to others
Increasing use of alcohol or drugs
Acting anxious or agitated
Withdrawing from family and friends
Changing eating and sleeping habits
Showing rage or extreme mood swings
Expressing hopelessness
Remember: If someone is showing multiple signs, especially talking about death or suicide, take it seriously and get help immediately.
How to Help Someone in Crisis
Ways you can provide support:
Take it seriously - Listen and don't minimize their feelings
Stay calm and non-judgmental
Ask directly if they are thinking about suicide
Encourage them to seek professional help
Don't leave them alone if you think they are in immediate danger
Remove any potential means of self-harm
Call 988 or emergency services if needed
Follow up and stay connected
Take care of yourself too
Remember: You don't have to be a professional counselor to help. Sometimes just listening and showing you care can make a difference.
Additional Mental Health Resources
Self-Help Resources
- MentalHealth.gov - Federal mental health information
- NAMI.org - National Alliance on Mental Illness
- Mental Health America - Education and advocacy
- SAMHSA.gov - Substance abuse and mental health services
Mobile Apps for Mental Health
- Crisis Text Line - Free crisis support
- PTSD Coach - Self-help for PTSD symptoms
- MindShift - Anxiety and worry management
- Calm - Meditation and sleep
Emergency Contacts
- 911 - Emergency services
- 211 - Community resources and referrals